Iron Knee/Tender Knee

Saturday, May 23, 2020

The Iron Knee and Tender Knee are point-to-point races starting from Cleveland Park or Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve in North Vancouver and ending on the shores of Deep Cove. Racers will be treated to some great trails, including the punishment of the infamous Powerline Climb. All this to be capped off with chocolate goodies and bragging rights as you race into the scenic finish line at Deep Cove.

Cut-off Times

The course closes at 1:00 p.m.

Aid Stations

There are five aid stations in total: five for Iron Knee and two for Tender Knee. Aid stations will have water, electrolyte drink, gels, chips, blocks or chews, cookies and other treats. First Aid supplies are available at every aid station.

Aid Station locations:

Mosquito Creek bridge at Baden-Powell trail

Mountain Highway

LSCR gazebo area

Powerline top at Mushroom trail intersection

Indian River Road at Baden-Powell trail

EVENT INFORMATION

Orientation

Join the Foretrails Clinic for a free orientation run on Saturday, May 9th . We meet in Seycove Secondary School in Deep Cove at 8:15 a.m. and car pool to the respective start locations by 8:50 a.m. Dress for changing weather.

Shuttle Bus

A shuttle bus will be available on race day to transport you from the Deep Cove (finish) to your respective start area. You must purchase your shuttle ticket in advance (purchase during registration or if you forgot, send us an email).

Cost

$5

Payment

When registering or at bus with confirmation email

Departure Times

6:25 a.m. to Iron Knee start and 6:35 a.m. to Tender Knee Start

Bus Pick Up

On Deep Cove Road just before Calendonia Rd in Deep Cove – Map. Allow lots of time to walk to pickup location.

Package Pickup

Friday, May 22nd, at 5-7 p.m. at Forerunners North Shore, 980 Marine Drive, North Vancouver.

Race Day Check-in

EVERYONE MUST CHECK IN 30 minutes before race start. This is for safety reasons.

Dry Bags

Dry bags, with a change of dry, warm clothes, may be dropped off at race start lines and will be transported to the finish line at Deep Cove.

Please ensure your race number is marked on your dry bag.

Awards

Awards will be presented for top three by gender, by event.

Draw prizes will be announced around the awards time.

Every racer will receive a race souvenir at the finish line.

Cup-less

All Foretrails Run Series events are now cup free events, meaning you’ll need to pack your own container for fluids at aid stations and at the finish line. For example, a foldable cup or packable style bottle.

Race Day Rules & Etiquette

We are a community minded event and want our racers, along with volunteers, family, friends and other community members who are enjoying the North Shore trails to have a great experience. To help us with this goal, please review our Race Rules and Etiquette.

Parking

ALL racers need to arrive EARLY to park at Cove Cliff Elementary School lot or on streets such as Deep Cove Road, Rockcliff Road, Raeburn Street. You will need time to walk to the bottom of Gallant Ave to get the shuttle bus.

CARPOOLING IS RECOMMENDED.

Racers are asked NOT to park in Panorama Park parking lot.

Best solution: get someone to drop you at your start area and pick you up after the race in Deep Cove.